FLAX
Good to grow
Nutrien Ag Solutions invests in research and development to improve the opportunities for our customers . With high omega-3 fatty acid and fibre content the Proven Seed flax lineup has great human health benefits — and real potential for growers .
Proven Seed flax varieties feature better yields and improved standability . Ask your Nutrien Ag Solutions retail for more information .
WestLin 72 | The performance leader
WestLin 72 continues to be a leader in flax yield performance . A traditional brown seeded flax variety , WestLin 72 offers good disease resistance , a strong oil profile and exceptional yield performance and yield stability .
WestLin 60 | Early maturing
WestLin 60 with its early maturity rating offers the ability to grow flax in regions with shorter growing seasons .
NuLin 50 | A healthier profile
A yellow seeded flax variety offering a yield advantage over the check , enhanced omega-3 levels and high levels of oil and protein content . NuLin 50 is a NuLin ® flax agronomically similar to traditional flax varieties , but due to its healthier profile , it gives growers access to premium end-use markets .
Unlocking opportunity
Purchasing seed from Nutrien Ag Solutions can also unlock marketing opportunities for growers through our industry partners .
Nulin 50 is the only yellow flax of its type . Nutrien Ag Solutions has partnered with Scoular Canada Ltd , meaning growers can contract their crop through Scoular for access to premium end use markets . Contact your local Scoular Representative for details on production contracts .
VARIETY |
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YIELD (% OF CDC
BETHUNE )
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MATURITY (+/ - CDC
BETHUNE )
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( CM )
HEIGHT
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WestLin 72 103 + 2.5 55.0
WestLin 60 NEW 98 -1.0 53.0
NuLin 50 103 + 2.0 54.4
Source : 2011-2019 Nutrien Ag Solutions Local Performance Checks
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